Chemistry 0620 · IGCSE · Extraction of metals

Extraction of metals — practice question

Lead is obtained from an ore that contains lead(II) sulfide.
(a)[2]

Complete the balancing of this reaction. $2\text{PbS} + \ldots\text{O}_2 \rightarrow 2\text{PbO} + \ldots\text{SO}_2$

(b(i))[1]

In what way does this equation show that lead(II) oxide has been reduced?

(b(ii))[2]

Name two physical properties typical of transition elements.

(c)[2]

State the conditions that must be present for iron to rust.

(d(i))[1]

What does the oxygen do?

(d(ii))[2]

Which oxide below is basic? Circle the right answer. carbon dioxide nitrogen dioxide potassium oxide sulfur trioxide Give a reason.

(e)[2]

What does the term alloy mean?

(f(i))[1]

Give one familiar use of mild steel.

(f(ii))[1]

Give one familiar use of stainless steel.

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